You mean to suggest that some media representations of the PRC may be somewhat economical with the use of truth? Say it isn't so....

The PRChinese are working this manned space program with pretty much the same level of methodical caution that their space program has always shown: fly a little/test a lot has generally been the motto of Prof. Tschien's children. Also - & like many eastern & southern Asian cultures (something similar is happeing in India, albeit on a smaller budgetary scale) - a great respect for education in the PRC has translated into real interest in the space program on the ground: many PRC citizens view the program as a source of real pride; & a sign that the nation is learning as well as just developing.

As a result, i would be more inclined to bet for than against the PRC doing everything they chose to; & because i know the country & it's people rather well, this is a statement of positive hope rather than paranoic fear....

Robert